CMT Restorative Art & Cosmetology

Question 1

Which technique is used to restore a sunken facial area caused by tissue gas or dehydration?

Accepted Answer

Hypodermic tissue building

Answer

Hypodermic tissue building involves injecting tissue builder or massage cream under the skin to restore sunken areas.

Question 2

What is the primary purpose of using wax in restorative art?

Accepted Answer

To rebuild missing or damaged facial features

Answer

Mortuary wax is used to fill, rebuild, or reshape damaged, missing, or disfigured facial features.

Question 3

Which cosmetic application method is most appropriate for a viewing with harsh overhead lighting?

Accepted Answer

Matte finish cosmetics applied thinly

Answer

Matte finish cosmetics applied thinly prevent the shine and unnatural appearance that can result from harsh overhead lighting.

Question 4

What is 'desquamation' in the context of restorative art?

Accepted Answer

Slippage of the outer skin layer

Answer

Desquamation refers to the slipping or peeling away of the outer epidermal layer, complicating cosmetic application.

Question 5

When setting the features of a deceased person, which structure is wired or sutured to hold the mouth closed?

Accepted Answer

The mandible to the maxilla

Answer

The mandible (lower jaw) is secured to the maxilla (upper jaw) using wire ligature or a needle injector to keep the mouth closed.

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